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Office Assistant

  • Halifax, NS, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type
Full-time
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

Are you looking to grow your career and knowledge in a fast paced, friendly, safety-oriented environment? Are you up for the challenge of elevating the customer experience through providing the best solution as a trusted partner for our customers? 

Responsibilities

  • Follow proper procedures and can train others (cashiers, gatehouse associates, receivers)  
  • Communicate with customers, vendors, head office accounting and associates to ensure paperwork is processed on time.  
  • Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

  • Can work independently with high attention to detail and a sense of urgency. 

  • Microsoft Office skills 

  • Experience in a similar role is an asset. 

What we offer:

  • A safe work environment   

  • Wellness program   

  • Scholarship and Bursaries     

  • Employee discount   

  • Continuous learning and Career advancement  


Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing
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Responsibilities

The office assistant will manage administrative paperwork and ensure timely communication between customers, vendors, and the accounting department. They are also responsible for following operational procedures and providing training to other store associates.

Requirements

Candidates should possess strong Microsoft Office skills and the ability to work independently with high attention to detail. Previous experience in a similar role is considered an asset for this position.

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Customer service
  • Communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Administrative support
  • Record keeping

Benefits

  • Safe work environment
  • Wellness program
  • Scholarship and bursaries
  • Employee discount
  • Continuous learning
  • Career advancement

Visa sponsorship

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Categories

  • Administrative
  • Retail
  • Customer Service & Support

Keywords

  • Office Assistant
  • Retail
  • Building Supplies
  • Microsoft Office
  • Customer Experience
  • Administrative Support
  • Inventory
  • Accounting
  • Vendor Relations
  • Safety
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Operations
  • Data Entry
  • Documentation

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